Transmittal Notice 06-20

TN 2006-20
10/06/06

BACKGROUND:

The purpose of this Transmittal Notice (TN) is to forward a copy of the new Part 3, Chapter 1, “Medical Credentials and Privileges Review Process,” Indian Health Manual (IHM). This chapter establishes the policy and procedures for medical staff credentialing and clinical privileging of health care providers working in Indian Health Service (IHS) health facilities.